About our School: Saint Mary’s offers its student body of 500 young men and women a rigorous liberal arts and sciences curriculum, a developed fine arts program, a diversity of extracurricular activities, regular access to the sacraments, and a strong retreat program. As a diocesan Catholic school, Saint Mary’s takes great pride in striving to form virtuous young men and women who know the Truth and love the Good. In all areas of campus life, Saint Mary’s strives to create an encounter with Christ.
General Description: Saint Mary’s Catholic High School, Arizona’s oldest Catholic school, is seeking a theater arts teacher to begin teaching in July 1, 2026. The preferred candidate is able to teach theater arts and/or other related courses. He or she possesses either an undergraduate or a graduate degree in relevant subject matter. Candidates should have a passion for Catholic liberal education and the formation of young men and women in virtue.
Job Description
Under the supervision of the principal, the theater arts teacher:
- Strives to achieve the goals of Catholic education
- Has the knowledge, skills, and ability to teach theater arts and/or other related courses to high school students
- Assumes responsibility for the leadership and management of the grades or classes assigned
- Develops and implements an instructional program according to the needs of the students and the established Diocesan Curriculum Standards
- Maintains detailed and accurate records as required by the school
- Establishes positive school-community relationships
- Continues professional development to remain current with religious and academic certifications
- Performs any other job-related tasks deemed necessary and/or assigned by the principal
Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities Required.
- Must demonstrate personal self-discipline, be adaptable and flexible in routine and unexpected situations
- Must use good judgment in daily encounters
- Must use verbal and written language correctly
- Must demonstrate an appropriate sense of humor
- Must demonstrate knowledge and understanding of good teaching techniques and child psychology
- Must maintain appropriate grooming and dress at all times as stated in the faculty handbook
MINIMUM QUALIFICATION
- Preference given to a Catholic teacher
- Must meet Ministry Formation Certification and/or work towards certification or re-certification as required by diocesan policy
- Must be willing to make a public Profession of Faith if Catholic; and if non-Catholic, must be willing to support Catholic teachings and philosophy
- Must hold a Bachelor's Degree
- Must be certifiable or willing to work for certification by the Arizona State Department of Education as a teacher
- Received Safe Environment Training
- Must sign the diocesan Code of Conduct
- FBI Fingerprint clearance completed
